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Chapter 1: Introduction
The new Genius TVGo A31 is an excellent combination of PC and TV system, without the need of a screw
driver or any software driver installation. Just plug the cables and power adapter in, and you get HDTV quality
TV reception and you can watch Analog TV on your TFT LCD / CRT monitor or projector. It supports higher
resolution from 800 x 600 up to WSXGA 1680 x 1050 pixels.
The TVGo A31 also supports the PIP (picture in picture) re-sizing feature, and you can work on your PC and
still watch your favorite TV or video programs.
You can also connect the TVGo A31 to a DVD player, VCD player, camcorder or video game, so you can
experience more visual and audio entertainment.
1.1 Package Contents
Make sure the following parts are included when you open the package. If not, contact your distributor or
dealer.
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TVGo A31 TV Box
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AC adapter
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YPbPr cable
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IR remote
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VGA-In loop back
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Audio cable for connecting to PC sound
controller
cable (for PIP mode
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User’s Manual
system
use)
1.2 System Requirements
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Display unit CRT / LCD with Standard VGA connector (D-Sub 15 pin). A PC system is necessary when
PIP mode is required.
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RF antenna signal or CATV signal.
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Independent of OS (operating system), no software driver installation or HDD space is needed.
 1.3 Main Features
Resolution up to WSXGA: 1680 x 1050 resolution. The most optimized VIDEO display setting is 1024 x
768 with the vertical refresh rate at 75Hz gives the best performance In a generic 15 inch LCD monitor,
while in 20 inch LCD wide monitor you can set it to 1680x1050。
PiP Function supports sub-Video display in PC: In addition to full screen display, the PIP feature
allows you to watch TV while working on your PC, the PIP sub video window is moveable to any place on
the VGA monitor.
MTS Stereo: HDTV WS supports SAP and Stereo audio, according to the broadcasting program, you can
choose a second language for receiving stereo audio.
16 Channels TV wall for program preview: the TV program can be previewed in 4, 9 or 16 display
windows, and can be easy manipulated using the function key or remote control。
Sharper and stunning picture: Adaptive 3D noise reduction filter, enhanced motion adaptive 3D
de-interlacing and adaptive Luma/Chroma enhanced engine.
Multiple input /output source: The support connector includes (RCA) input and output, S-VHS input, 3.5
mm stereo audio input and output, convent to VCR or DVD connection。
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Chapter 2: Getting started
2.1 Rear panel connectors
The most typical connection is shown below; follow it to make a correct connection, and
make sure all systems are in power off situation.
CONNECTOR
DC In
VGA Out
VGA In
TYPE
5mm, INT+, EXT15 pin D-Sub
connector
8 pin Mini DIN
connector
Audio Out
3.5mm stereo
connector
Video Out
RCA Jack
RF IN
TV antenna
connector
DESCRIPTION
AC adapter, power in (5V, 2 A)。
Main video output. Connect to CRT/LCD Monitor。
VGA-In loop back cable: The other end of this cable
connects to PC system VGA D-sub 15 pin connector.
Audio out: Connect to PC sound system (Line-in of sound
card) the built-in speaker will be automatically disabled when
this connector is plugged in。
Video output. Can be used to connect to Video input of
display unit.
TV or CATV signal in connector。
2.2 Right Side panel connectors
CONNECTOR
TYPE
DESCRIPTION
YPbPr /
7 pin Min Din
YPbPr / S-VHS type external video input source. can be
S-Video In
connector
connected to DVD,VCR or Camcorder.。
Video In
RCA JACK
External composite video input source, can be connected to
DVD,VCR or Camcorder.。
Audio In
RCA audio jack
RCA audio jack used for external audio input source.
2.3 Wire connection
There is no sequential requirement which cable should be connected first except the AC
adapter, it is strongly recommended to connect the AC adapter last when you finish all the
connections.
*For Macintosh user, the connectors or cable requirement may be different, this package
doesn’t contain such accessories, and you need to get it from a Macintosh shop if
necessary.
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2.3.1 Wire connection for using PIP functions:
2.3.2 Wire connection for watching TV on Monitor without PC:
2.3.3 External Video/Audio input connection:
When connect HDTV WS with external video / audio device such as DVD, VCR or
Camcorder to enjoy high quality visual / sound entertainment, turn off the system
power and make correct connection as shown below.
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Chapter 3: Use the Box!
3.1 Four steps to watch TV program on LCD/CRT or projector
Take the remote control and follow these steps to start watching TV.
1. Press power key
to power on the device
2. Press SYS key to choose TV system. Our default setting is PAL BG/DK.
3. Press Exit key to return to main menu and use VOL+/VOL- key to select “TUNE” menu, choose
Auto scan and press Menu key to start scan.
3.2 PC side VGA resolution setting
It can be used independent of PC system for a full screen display. In addition to the full
screen display, when it is connected to a PC, the PIP sub video window can also be
displayed on the top of the PC system VGA surface. This gives you the option of watching
TV while you work on the PC or just enjoy the full screen program.
While in PIP mode, in order to have the optimized performance, it is recommended to set
PC system VGA in XGA mode (1024 x 768) and the monitor’s refresh rate at 75Hz. See
below for the VGA setting.
1. In Windows system, the VGA resolution setting page can be invoked
by a right click on the mouse when it is pointed at an empty area.
2. When the “display properties” page is shown, select “Settings” for the
desired resolution. The recommended value is 1024 x 768.
3. Click on the “Advanced” button, to select the monitor refresh rate, the
recommended value is 75Hz
4. Click on OK to close the property page.
5. Windows system will change the display mode to your setting and ask
whether to use this display mode or not, click “ok” to confirm the
setting.
6. In Windows ME 95/98, the system will reboot to let the new setting
take effect.
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Chapter 4: Using the Remote Control
The remote control allows you to operate this box, such as turning your TV on / off, viewing
the TV, and changing the channels and volume. Aim the front of the Remote Control at the
Remote Control Receiver and press the control buttons as you would on the infrared ray
receiver.
4.1 Installing Batteries
Open the back cover of remote controller and put in two AAA batteries (alkaline
battery recommended).
4.2 Remote controller functions
1. Power: power on/off control.
2. MUTE: Volume mute or resume.
3. Numbers: Program number select
4. -/ --: Single or Double digits channel
5. RECALL: Recall last program you watched.
6. TV/AV: Source select.
7. CH+: Channel Up.
8. PC/TV: Switch to select PIPPC mode or full screen TV mode.
9. VOL-: Volume Down.
11. CH-: Channel Down.
10. VOL+: Volume Up.
12. MENU: When in [full screen TV mode], pop out the MENU for
further setting. When in [PIP PC mode], use to allocate PIP
position in conjunction with CH+/-, Vol +/- key.
13. EXIT: Exit form current Menu setting.
14. PIP: Enter into PIP mode.
15. MODE: When in PIP Mode (connect to PC)]: Mode changes
the PIP display (TV screen) size. When in Full screen TV mode
(without connect to PC)]: Mode changes the HDTV WS
resolution setting to the next level. 800 x 600 to 1024 x 768
(15”~17” Monitor), 1280 x 1024 (19”~21” Monitor), 1680 x 1050
(22” or above).
16. MULTI-DISPLAY: Multi-picture display. Up to 16 video
windows.
17. SKIP: Skip/no skip current TV channel.
18. SLEEP: Set sleep time.
19. SYS: TV system format setting.
20. OSD: On Screen Display.
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4.3 How to use MENU
OSD display Menu
The MENU configuration is shown above. Use the CH+/CH- key to move the cursor to the
desired item, once you reach it, click on the MENU key to select it. If there is a sub Menu for
the selected item, you can set the Value setting; use the VOL+/VOL- key to set the proper
value.
Either press the EXIT key on the remote controller to return to previous menu setting page
or exit from menu setting. If there is no further operation, the OSD MENU display will
disappear within 8-10 secs.
4.4 OSD display MENU Setting
MENU
PIC
TUNE
SYS
OSD
ITEMS
PICTURE
SOUND
SETTING
Display MENU setting
Video picture adjustment
TV program setting
TV system format setting
On screen display。
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4.4.1 Video Picture Setting
4.4.1.1 Picture Setting
ITEMS
BRIGHT
CONTRAST
SATURATION
HUE
SHARPNESS
OPERATION
MENU→VOL+/VOLMENU→VOL+/VOLMENU→VOL+/VOLMENU→VOL+/VOLMENU→VOL+/VOL-
CONTENTS
Picture Brightness Adjustment
Picture Contrast Adjustment
Picture Saturation Adjustment
Picture Hue Adjustment
Picture Sharpness Adjustment
4.4.1.2 Sound Setting
ITEMS
VOLUME
MUTE
BALANCE
OPERATION
MENU→VOL+/VOLMENU→VOL+/VOLMENU→VOL+/VOL-
CONTENTS
Volume control
Volume mute or resume
Sound balance adjustment
4.4.1.3 Advanced Setting
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ITEMS
NOISE REDUCTION
BLACE LEVEL
MULTI-DISPLAY SET
PIP MODE
OPERATION
MENU→VOL+/VOLMENU→VOL+/VOLMENU→VOL+/VOLMENU→VOL+/VOL-
PS – GAME OPTION
MENU→VOL+/VOL-
CONTENTS
Noise reduction control
Enhance video signal.
4, 9,16 Multi-channel display
Change PIP display size.
PS2
video
enhance,
ON/OFF
4.4.2 TV Program Setting
ITEMS
CURRENT CH
EXCHANGE CH
OPERATION
VOL+/VOL→MENU
VOL+/VOL→MENU
EXCHANGE
SAVE
SKIP
FINE - TUNING
AUTO SCAN
MANUAL SCAN
MENU→VOL+/VOL-
CONTENTS
Display current channel
Change current channel
sequence list
Save adjusted channel sequence
list
To skip the undesired channels
Channel Frequency fine tune
Auto TV channel scanning
TV channel scanning manually
MENU→VOL+/VOLMENU→VOL+/VOLVOL+/VOLMENU→VOL+/VOL-
4.4.3 TV System Format Setting
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ITEMS
TV SYSTEM
OPERATION
MENU→VOL+/VOL-
BLUE SCREEN
MENU→VOL+/VOL
VIDEO
SOURCE
DISPLAY
SCALE
RESOLUTION
MENU→VOL+/VOL
DISPLAY TYPE
RESET
MENU→VOL+/VOLMENU→VOL+/VOL-
CONTENTS
PAL TV system standard
select
Background color setting
Input video source select,
TV/AV/SV
Video output mode select
16:9, 16:10, 4:3
Output image resolution
select
CRT/LCD output select
Reset to factory default
setting
MENU→VOL+/VOL
MENU→VOL+/VOL-
4.4.4 On Screen Setting
ITEMS
LANGUAGE
H POSITION
V POSITION
BACK COLOR
OPERATION
MENU→CH+/CHMENU→CH+/CHMENU→CH+/CHMENU→CH+/CH-
CONTENTS
English or Chinese select
Adjust horizontal position
Adjust vertical position
Window background color
setting
Setting window transparency
setting
OSD display time setting
TRANSPARENCY MENU→CH+/CHOSD TIMEOUT
MENU→CH+/CH-
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